I like to be in America...

...Westside Story style..

You'll have to forgive me guys, it's been some time since I've sat in front of a computer and this keypad is taking a little getting used to. There are a few differences to our British one AND there is no sign for pound sterling..what the?

Anyway, as most of you know, I know reside in Knoxville, TN. I'm still struggling with wrapping my head around the fact that I'm not just on vacation, that I'm going to be living here for the forseeable future. That I'm going to be building a life here. I lay in bed this morning thinking about my England home, thinking about what the building looks like. Wish I had taken the time to snap a picture before I scurried away in the early hours of the morning. I'm constantly thinking about people back home, friends and family. Random people I would often see in the neighbourhood. Wondering if they even notice my absence. The world keeps on spinning. People keep on living their lives, just with one less person in it...Me.

I have been in the USA for just over a week now. I have;
*just received my social security number! Woo hoo!
*eaten at Dennys (not as awesome as I rememebr)
*had some great BBQ
*eaten beef jerky for the first time
*had my first s'more
*got a touch screen phone (I broke, it just looks so pretty)
*had an awesome weekend away with the husband
*learned to live with a kitty around
*fallen in love with the two new dogs my in-law have
*drunk red wine with my MIL
*gone for a walk in the woods with the husband (I freaked a little)
*kept in contact with my friends (thanks FB)
*had lots of hugs and kisses with the husband...which was the whole point of moving in the first place.

I'm gonna try and remember the details so that I can update via email on my phone. I know this is a really short post BUT remember to keep in contact with me on Facebook. I think I have a few new requests to accept but I should get to that today. I hope all my blogger friends are well xx

Sherms in the Middle of leaving home

My goodness, I have a lot to catch blogger up on. It's been awhile but for right n0w, I have to go get on a plane. So far my emotions are good, I didn't cry yesterday when saying goodbye to some of my family. My nephew almost reduced me to tears, I'm REALLY gonna miss him. I just have to get over the hurdle that is my mother breaking down at the airport and I'll be good. I'm saving all my tears for Adam.
Hopefully, the next time I update will be from TN...seriously? xx

Just in case you don't know the song that inspired my title...shame on you! ♥

Nothing like a good cuppa tea ♥

I'm loving these mugs, very British, so I won't ever forget where I'm from. Even though I didn't go in for all the William and Kate fanfare, I did want a mug and my best friend purchased the above right beauty for me. As well as another British mug complete with a money tin, so I can drink tea and save up my pennies for a journey back home. Loving these British leaving gifts. She also got me a pair of British socks, will have to post a picture when I wear them.

Sherms in the Middle of Leaving London

I haven't written a proper post in awhile, I think since the interview everything has been going full speed in the lead up to my leaving England. I don't think I've had much time to really sit and think about how I'll feel once I leave, which is a good thing because it won't do me any good to get all upset. 

Even though we've waited more than eight months for this day to arrive, it still feels so sudden. Of course, I'm looking forward to seeing the husband and starting to build a life together there but it just feels like everything is happening so fast. I suppose it's because I didn't really allow myself to believe that I would be approved until I actually had my passport with the visa in my hand. I am excited for the future, for all the possibilities. But I'm sad too because there are so many people I'm going to miss and so many things I'm going to miss out on.

I spent my last weekend in London with my niece and nephew, they had an extended sleep over, Friday through Sunday. I'd spent a little time with them during the week, I went to watch my niece do gymnastics and my nephew play football. The Friday evening they came over and we ate pizza and watched Despicable Me; honestly, if you haven't seen that movie, go and rent it. It is a children's movie but it is hilarious. Nowadays you find so many kids movies have adult undertones, little suggestive phrases that are meant to go over the children's heads but make the parents laugh. I'm not a fan of those. But this is a classic, funny kids movie.

Saturday we baked cupcakes which I let the kids decorate and of course, being the competitive little bunnies that they are, they wanted to see who's cupcake everyone would prefer. I had some good friends come over to say goodbye and my aunt and uncle stopped by too. The weekend was more fun that emotional, like I said I'm trying to keep it all together. Bless my niece, she is convinced I'm not leaving. She keeps saying that she told them not to let me in. Then she had a plan to hide my passport and front door keys. Finally she settled on coming in my suitcase. I'm not really sure if she understands that when she comes over to Grandma's next, I won't be there. 

 
 

I'm still trying to pack my suitcases and figure out what I can take with me now and what I'll need to leave behind for the time being. Hopefully over the next few days I can get my ducks in a row because I really don't have much time left! Yee! 

I'm gonna go and visit my God Mother today to say goodbye. I have to head over to the doctors surgery to order a repeat prescription for my pill. Lots more washing and packing clothes. And more goodbyes I guess. Enjoy the pictures and I'm gonna try and post another vlog answer later tonight or tomorrow.

My V-log part I

The first installment of my Sherms in the Middle vlog. Today's questions come from Sarah over at The Ex-Pat Bride.

Day 16 of my 30 Day Blogging Challenge

Day 16: Another picture of yourself

Gosh I look fat. Not liking this picture but there you have it, this is what I look like today. My hair is all kinky cause I've had it in braids for the past two days. Tomorrow, I'm gonna get my next fix of the creamy crack! xx

Day 15 of my 30 Day Blogger Challenge

Day 15: Put your ipod on shuffle, the first 10 songs that play


1) Travis - Writing To Reach You

2) Usher - More

3) Keith Urban - Somebody Like You

4) Garth Brooks - Rodeo

5) Jamie Foxx - Get This Money

6) Lil Mo - My Story

7) Mary J. Blige - Fade Away

8) Nelly Ft Jaheim - My Place

9) Carrie Underwood - Some Hearts

10) Robin Thicke - Magic

I don't know if I would stick with this playlist were I listening to my ipod, not my favourite songs, most likely I would have pressed skip. And I'm starting to think my ipod is a little bit sexist.

Day 14 of my 30 Day Blogging Challenge

Day 14: A picture of you and your family

This is essentially my family, minus my nieces who were at the time roaming somewhere. My siblings, my parents, my best friend (and her mum) and my nephew (bottom left). And of course, THE HUSBAND ♥

The last two I threw in for good measure. I really can't get enough of these goofy kids! xx